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First pictures and spec details of the V8-engined Lexus that will compete with big performance saloons such as the BMW M5

Lexus has revealed a high performance version of its GS saloon, the GS F.

A rival to the BMW M5 and Mercedes E63 AMG, the GS F uses the same engine as Lexus’s RC F coupé : a naturally aspirated 5.0-litre V8 that produces 467bhp.

Lexus hasn't released any performance figues, but expect a sub-5.0sec 0-62mph time.

The engine is linked to an eight-speed automatic gearbox with steering wheel-mounted paddles that allow manual control. And a torque vectoring system will be fitted as standard; this can vary the torque going to each wheel to help turn the car into corners and improve agility.

Pricing is still to be confirmed, but we’d expect the GS F to cost the same sort of money as rivals, which means it will start at about £75,000.

The GS F will be officially unveiled on January 13 at the Detroit Auto Show, with UK sales starting later this year.

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